Spectroscopic techniques have potential applications in many different fields. This book presents a general overview of different spectroscopic techniques and explores how they might be used for dentistry applications. With a general introduction to different techniques, the book discusses a wide range of spectroscopy techniques, with individual chapters focusing on specific techniques important to dentistry applications. Such techniques include laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy and electron spin resonance spectroscopy. The book also covers molecular spectroscopic techniques such as UV-visible spectroscopy, near-infrared spectroscopy and mid-infrared spectroscopy. This book is suitable for professionals and researchers in academia and industry, as well as advanced students involved with EPR spectroscopy and dentistry. Part of IPEM–IOP Series in Physics and Engineering in Medicine and Biology.

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